Amari The Inn at El Nido

Last Updated: 2026-06-05

Source Status: Approved hospitality knowledgebase content

Scope: Hospitality property only

Brand note: "Amari The Inn at El Nido" was renamed to "Amari by Vivere" on 2026-05-15. Always use "Amari by Vivere" in guest-facing copy. The legacy filename is preserved for internal continuity.

Key Facts

Property name: Amari by Vivere (legacy: Amari The Inn at El Nido)
Brand / group: Vivere Hospitality Group (RFGC)
Address: Rizal Street, Barangay Maligaya, El Nido, Palawan 5313, Philippines
GPS coordinates: 11.2020, 119.4178
Property type: Boutique inn — not a resort, not a hostel
Total rooms: 46 rooms
Room types: 6 room types across a 5-floor, elevator-served building
Building: 5 floors, elevator-served
Best for: Couples and independent travellers wanting a comfortable base in El Nido town
Website: amarielnido.com
Reservations phone: +63 917 553 9696
Information phone: +63 917 550 9696
Email: hello@amarielnido.com
PR / media email: concepts@viverehotel.com.ph
Check-in time: From 2:00 PM
Check-out time: By 12:00 PM (noon)
Reception hours: 24/7
Experiences Desk hours: 24/7
Nearest airport: Lio Airport (ENI) — about a 15-minute drive
Major airport: Puerto Princesa International (PPS) — about a 5 to 6 hour drive
Walk to El Nido Town Beach: Under 5 minutes
Walk to supermarket: 1 minute
Walk to bakery: 2 minutes
Walk to town centre: 3 minutes
Walk to bus terminal: 10 minutes
Walk to public market: 11 minutes
Pool hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM daily (rooftop pool)
Restaurant hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM daily at A. Cliff Kitchen (rooftop)
Breakfast hours: 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM daily (included)
Pets: Not allowed
Smoking: All rooms are non-smoking
Payment methods: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, bank transfer
Rates on website: Not published; pricing handled inside the booking engine
Currency: PHP only
Booking engine: YCS (IPMS247)
Active OTAs: Booking.com, Agoda, Expedia
Best rate guarantee: Yes, when booking direct

Location

Address: Rizal Street, Barangay Maligaya, El Nido, Palawan 5313, Philippines.
Area description: Located on Rizal Street in El Nido town — close to everything, set slightly away from the noise. The signature scene visible from the property is the surrounding limestone cliffs. The property is not on the bay and does not overlook Bacuit Bay.
Walking distances (verified): El Nido Town Beach under 5 minutes; supermarket 1 minute; bakery 2 minutes; town centre 3 minutes; bus terminal 10 minutes; public market 11 minutes. Note: El Nido Town Beach is the working town beach where the bancas dock — it is not a swimmable resort beach.
Transportation: Lio Airport (ENI) is about a 15-minute drive. Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS) is about a 5 to 6 hour drive. Airport transfers and PPS van service can be booked through the front desk. On-site parking is limited and by reservation only.

Rooms

Amari by Vivere has 46 rooms across 6 room types in a 5-floor, elevator-served building. No room faces the cliffs, the beach, or the pool — do not describe any room as having a view.

Room type	Primary persona	Secondary persona	Maximum occupancy
Deluxe King	Couples (honeymoon / anniversary)	Business travellers	—
Deluxe Queen	Solo travellers and budget couples	Friends	—
Superior Twin	Friends travelling together	Solo travellers	—
Family Room	Parents with young children	Friends wanting separate beds	3 (not 4)
1-Bedroom Suite	Honeymooners	Long-stay professionals	—
2-Bedroom Suite	Families with older kids	Groups of 4 friends	—

Standard In-Room Amenities (all rooms)

Nespresso coffee machine
Minibar (consumption charged)
Smart TV
Air conditioning (individual control per room)
Hot and cold shower
In-room digital safe
Electric kettle
Hairdryer
Telephone
Bathrobe and slippers
Blackout curtains
Work desk
Iron and ironing board on request
Daily housekeeping (opt-out available)
Complimentary Wi-Fi

Facilities and Amenities

Rooftop pool — open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily
A. Cliff Kitchen — rooftop restaurant; open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily; breakfast served 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and included with every stay
24/7 reception
24/7 Experiences Desk for tour bookings and concierge requests
5-floor building, elevator served
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
Laundry service
Free bag storage for guests
Limited on-site parking by reservation
5-minute walk to El Nido Town Beach (the working town beach where the bancas dock — not a swimmable resort beach)
Spa and massage: coming soon

Operating Hours

Reception: 24/7
Experiences Desk: 24/7
Rooftop pool: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM daily
A. Cliff Kitchen — breakfast: 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM daily (included)
A. Cliff Kitchen — main service: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM daily

Approved Sales Talking Points

Amari by Vivere is a boutique inn — a comfortable, well-located base in El Nido town.
In El Nido town, a short walk to the beach and tour boats.
Close to everything, set slightly away from the noise.
5-minute walk to El Nido Town Beach; 1-minute walk to the supermarket; 3 minutes to the town centre.
Rooftop pool and rooftop restaurant (A. Cliff Kitchen) with daily breakfast included.
24/7 Experiences Desk to help guests book island-hopping tours and other activities.
Do not describe Amari as a beachfront resort, a luxury resort, a paradise, a sanctuary, or a backpacker hostel.
Never write "bay view" or "room view" — no room faces the cliffs, beach, or pool.
Never name competitor hotels or restaurants on amarielnido.com or in blog posts.
Banned words on guest-facing copy: paradise, luxurious, luxury, unwind. ("Sanctuary" is adjacent and should be avoided.)

Approved Guest-Facing Description

Amari by Vivere is a boutique inn on Rizal Street in El Nido town, Palawan — a comfortable, well-located base for couples and independent travellers exploring El Nido. The town beach, supermarket, and town centre are all within a short walk. On the rooftop, A. Cliff Kitchen serves breakfast each morning and stays open for casual dining through the day, with a rooftop pool open from morning to evening. The 24/7 Experiences Desk handles tour bookings and trip-planning questions, so guests can settle in and let El Nido come to them.

Policies

Check-in and Check-out

Check-in: from 2:00 PM
Check-out: by 12:00 PM (noon)
Early check-in and late check-out: subject to availability
Valid government-issued ID required at check-in

Cancellation

Cancellation terms depend on the booked rate type
No-show charge depends on the booked rate type

Children and Extra Beds

Extra beds: depend on room type
Cribs and baby cots: available — advance notice required
Family Room sleeps a maximum of 3 (not 4)

Pets

Pets are not allowed

Smoking

All rooms are non-smoking

Payment Methods

Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Bank transfer

Rates and Pricing

Rates are never published on the public website
Pricing is handled inside the YCS (IPMS247) booking engine
Currency is PHP only
Best rate guarantee when booking direct

Photography and Media

Drone photography is out of scope at launch
Video is out of scope at launch

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Amari by Vivere located?: Rizal Street, Barangay Maligaya, El Nido, Palawan 5313, Philippines.
What is the inn's previous name?: "Amari The Inn at El Nido" was the previous brand name. It was renamed to "Amari by Vivere" on 2026-05-15. Always use the current canonical name in guest-facing copy.
How close is the inn to the beach?: About a 5-minute walk to El Nido Town Beach. The town beach is the working beach where the tour bancas dock; it is not a swimmable resort beach.
How close is the inn to the town centre?: About a 3-minute walk.
How close is the inn to the supermarket?: About a 1-minute walk.
What time is check-in?: Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Early check-in is subject to availability.
What time is check-out?: Check-out is by 12:00 PM (noon). Late check-out is subject to availability.
Is breakfast included?: Yes. Breakfast is served at A. Cliff Kitchen from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and is included in every stay.
What are the rooftop pool hours?: The rooftop pool is open from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily.
What are the restaurant hours?: A. Cliff Kitchen is open from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily, with breakfast service from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
How do guests reach the inn from the airport?: Lio Airport (ENI) is about a 15-minute drive. Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS) is about a 5 to 6 hour drive. Airport transfers and the PPS van service can be booked through the front desk.
How far is the inn from Lio Airport?: About a 15-minute drive.
How far is the inn from Puerto Princesa Airport (PPS)?: About a 5 to 6 hour drive. Van transfers can be booked through the front desk.
Is parking available?: On-site parking is limited and available by reservation only.
Does the inn have an elevator?: Yes. The building has 5 floors and is elevator served.
How many rooms does the inn have?: Amari by Vivere has 46 rooms in total, spread across 6 room types in a 5-floor, elevator-served building.
How many room types does the inn offer?: Six: Deluxe King, Deluxe Queen, Superior Twin, Family Room, 1-Bedroom Suite, and 2-Bedroom Suite. The 46 rooms are distributed across these six types.
How many guests does the Family Room sleep?: The Family Room sleeps a maximum of 3 guests.
Is there a spa?: The spa is coming soon. Massage services are not yet available on site.
Are pets allowed?: No. Pets are not allowed.
What is the smoking policy?: All rooms are non-smoking.
What payment methods are accepted?: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and bank transfer.
What is the cancellation policy?: Cancellation terms depend on the booked rate type. Please check the rate's terms at the time of booking.
How do guests book tours and activities?: The 24/7 Experiences Desk at the inn handles tour bookings and concierge requests.
What booking engine does the inn use?: YCS (IPMS247). Direct booking via amarielnido.com is the recommended channel and qualifies for best rate guarantee.
Which OTAs list Amari?: Booking.com, Agoda, and Expedia.
Does the property have a view of Bacuit Bay?: No. The signature scene from the property is the surrounding limestone cliffs. The property is not on the bay and does not overlook Bacuit Bay. No room faces the cliffs, the beach, or the pool.

Internal Notes

The brand was renamed from "Amari The Inn at El Nido" to "Amari by Vivere" on 2026-05-15. Always use the current canonical name in any guest-facing copy.
Booking engine: YCS (IPMS247). Active OTAs: Booking.com, Agoda, Expedia.
Rates must never be published on the public website. PHP only. Booking engine handles pricing.
Family Room sleeps a maximum of 3 — not 4. A staging-site error to the contrary was corrected on 2026-05-28.
"Official Site" appears in meta titles only on Home, Rooms, and Contact — these three pages signal direct-booking authority over OTAs.
Voice reference brands (internal use only): Ace Hotel and Habitas. Tone is warm but restrained, place-first, quietly confident.
Drone photography and video are out of scope at launch.
Development and GitHub handover contact is crisel.garcia@viverehotel.com.ph and concepts@viverehotel.com.ph. Website forms and guest enquiries go to hello@amarielnido.com. Never mix the two.